1988 GMC C3500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1988 GMC C3500 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1 report).

1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your C3500?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1988 GMC C3500 recalls

Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Recall 93V016Feb 1, 19931,702,880 vehicles affected

Most common 1988 GMC C3500 problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

What owners report

1999-04-08, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH AND APPLYING BRAKES, BRAKES WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOORBOARD, AND CONSUMER LOST ALL POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. *AK

1988 GMC C3500 questions

Does the 1988 GMC C3500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1988 GMC C3500: Power Train:Automatic Transmission. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1988 GMC C3500?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1988 GMC C3500 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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